Jen Jacobs
Things You Shouldn’t Pay For – Our Top Five
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Have you declared 2012 The Year of Saving Money? Here are some things you should stop paying for.
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Coffee
Even though it may only cost two dollars or so, think about this: If you buy one cup of coffee at $2 per day, five days per week, 52 weeks per year you’re spending $520 per year on coffee. The simple solution
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Last Minute Shopping? Our Top Five Places
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I do this every year. I always forget someone or something and don’t realize it until the last possible second. Even with the lists and all the planning, something slips my mind. Last minute additions to the dinner table or unexpected overnight guests can also throw a monkey wrench into the works. Don’
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Mind Your Manners – Holiday Etiquette Mistakes
Everyone gets so busy around the holidays and we always forget something. Well, this year, lets not forget our manners. Here are six etiquette mistakes we all make.
The Eight Most Germy Spots at the Mall
You’re probably going to be headed to a mall within the next few weeks to do your Christmas shopping, so here’s a list of eight germ hot spots to gross you out, thanks to Health Magazine.
20 Years Ago Today: The Halloween Blizzard of 1991
Last week, Jim Maurice and I wrote up a couple of stories about that storm and we asked for your comments. Here are some funny memories and harrowing stories as we remember The Halloween Blizzard of 1991.
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is supposed to be a fun event, but there are many dangers associated with the candy grabbing holiday. You may already have your child’s Halloween plans in place for trick or treating, but, how safe are they? Here are a few ideas on how you can make your haunt a little less scary.
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Back To School Basics – Must Have Gear
Pens, pencils, notebooks, folders and a combination lock are likely on the school supply list, but there are some things that may not be on the list that you probably don't want to forget. Here are five things your child may need for the upcoming school year.
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Back To School Basics – Organization Tips
With school starting, schedules are going to get crazy. Here are five ways to avoid losing your mind.
Worst Central Minnesota Storms in Recent Memory-Our Top Five
The weather in Minnesota never leaves us lacking for something to talk about. The conversation at the dinner table, the water cooler at work and even in the elevator with strangers always seems to turn to what’s going on outside. Being a weather geek, this got me thinking. What
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